Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued January 5 at 8:05PM CST by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 6:05pm
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 805 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Caledonia to near Brooksville. Movement
was northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Vernon, Gordo, Reform, Millport, Carrollton, Pickensville, Kennedy,
Belk, Ethelsville, Ashcraft Corner, Bevill Lock And Dam, Crossville,
Cody, North Pickens Airport, McShan, Shaw, Owens, Star, Lubbub, and
Hightogy.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Lamar; Fayette; Pickens
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL